Careem is hiring a

Director of Government Relations

Do you want to help build a world-class institution from the region, experience the thrill of being part of a high-growth technology company, and improve people’s lives?

There is only one way to build an awesome institution: to attract exceptionally talented people who are aligned with the mission of the organisation and make them partners in success. At Careem, our mission is to simplify the lives of people, initially through solutions that make transportation in the region reliable, and over time, through disruptions in payments and logistics. In the process, we want to build an organisation that inspires and become a world-class institution from the region.

We have had a phenomenal start. Founded in 2012 by former entrepreneurs and McKinsey alums, Careem is an innovative transportation service operational in 32 cities from Morocco to Pakistan. With 30% monthly growth, we are one of the fastest growing companies in the region. Our recipe for success has been a team that thrives on challenges, is passionate about solving problems, is not afraid to work super hard, and is a true partner in the company through generous stock option grants. We have attracted strong regional and international investors and are positioned on the cusp of significant scale. Read more about us in the New York Times or Arabian Business.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a Director of Government Relations to define and drive the public policy agenda for regulators and governments across all our markets. The person in this role has a distinct opportunity to make a tremendous impact on the region and the trajectory of the company by help shape the regulatory environment that Careem operates within.

Key responsibilities

Work closely with regulators and other policy makers to positively shape new legislations andregulations

Work closely with local authorities and to ensure minimum disruptions to city operations

Establish positive brand and relationship with governments and regulators

Actively source, close and manage partnerships with regulators and governments